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7 September 2026 – 30 October 2026

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12:00am – 11:59pm

Celebrate Your Favourite Dandenong Market Traders

Voting for our 2026 Trader Awards is now open!

The Dandenong Market Trader Awards are back for 2026, and it’s time to celebrate the incredible traders who make our Market so special. From mouth-watering street food and fresh local produce to speciality ingredients, one-of-a-kind products and exceptional customer service—our traders are the heart and soul of the Market.

To recognise their passion, talent, and hard work, we’re proud to launch the Dandenong Market Trader Awards 2026. This much-loved initiative invites the community to have their say and vote for their favourite stalls, shops, and team members across various award categories.


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Award Categories

  • People’s Choice Award: Celebrating our customers’ favourite traders across different areas of the Market.
  • Best Food Experience: Our customers’ favourite food at the Market.
  • Hidden Gem Award: Most unique product or hard-to-find item.
  • Best Customer Service: For the employee who goes over and above

How To Vote

  • Click here to cast your vote
  • Voting opens: Monday 7 September 2026
  • Voting closes: Friday 30 October 2026
  • Only one vote per person—duplicate votes won’t be counted

The winners of all categories will be announced mid December 2026

Join us in celebrating the people behind the stalls and the stories that make Dandenong Market special and cast your vote today.


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Want to see who took home the trophies last year? Check out the 2025 Dandenong Market Trader Awards winners here.

 

Please note voting is for customers only. Votes submitted by traders or staff of Dandenong Market will not be counted.

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The Heart of Dandenong

Dandenong Market
Corner of Clow Street & Cleeland Street
Dandenong, VIC 3175
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Tuesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Sunday
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